Atty. Michael Cohan
Michael Cohan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, mesothelioma & asbestos, wrongful death and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years.
Mesothelioma & Asbestos & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 14+ Years Experience
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About Michael Cohan at a Glance
Michael Cohan is a car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and class action attorney based in New York, New York. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in New York (2012) and New Jersey (2012). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 2011) and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (B.S. Political, 2008). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Cohan
- Michael Cohan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, mesothelioma & asbestos, wrongful death and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years
- Michael practices in New York, NY
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Michael Cohan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Cohan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Car Accidents in New York
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael Cohan is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in New York →
Wrongful Death in New York
Michael Cohan is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New York →
Personal Injury in New York
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael Cohan is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Class Action in New York
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Michael Cohan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Cohan's practice in the field of car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and class action.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Cohan brings 14+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and New Jersey, Michael Cohan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury, Michael Cohan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Michael Cohan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Cohan Handles in New York
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